Marcus Nelson
Presentation
Marcus Nelson (b. 1997, Oxford, UK) is a British artist currently based in Berlin. Working predominantly in painting and installation, Nelson’s practice engages with themes of violence and physical performance that take place within enclosed spaces such as arenas, and theatres. His confrontational works strive to unearth emotional truth, exposing societies’ hidden vulnerabilities while exploring the savage aspects of human nature. Nelson graded from Central Saint Martins School of Art, London.
Portrait shot by Brynley Odu Davies and by Brooke Wilson.
Presented Works
Fool I (Self Portrait), 2024
Passage Exhibition
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POLYPHONIC VIEWS
Group Show - Funkhaus 12 Sep - 5 Oct 2025Polyphonic Views , explores the abstract potential of performance in the absence of a physical act. The exhibition brings together 36 artists, each presented through a unique installation, forming a...Read more -
FOOLS ARE EVERYWHERE
Marcus Nelson 6 Aug - 6 Sep 2024FOOLS ARE EVERYWHERE , features a striking portrait triad, including two diptychs. Present throughout history, the archetype of the Fool has lurked in the backgrounds of medieval courts, camouflaging itself...Read more
